Meet your Guides
Welcome new Geoduck to Evergreen!
We are excited to help you kickstart your college adventure with the dedicated support of our Orientation Student Geoduck Guides (OSGGs). We're committed to making your transition into college life smooth and enjoyable, with exciting events like Welcome Fest, Jumbo Game Night, Craft Cafe, and much more. We can't wait to welcome you to the vibrant Greener Community at your Orientation.
Check out our events on Instagram all year long at greenerorientation (Instagram)
Senior
Everett
Hello, my name is Everett (he/him), and I am the Senior Student Engagement Leader. I am entering my fourth year at Evergreen and studying history. I enjoy writing, building Legos, and playing with my cat Kabo! On campus, I like to hang out in the library or the Student Art and Equity Lounge (SEAL) on the third floor of the College Activities Building (CAB). Evergreen has been a wonderful experience for me, and I hope you enjoy it too!
When I was a new student, walking around campus was the best way to get acquainted with where things are. Grab a friend and try to find your classes before the first day. Just make sure you have a map. Speaking of classes, talk to your faculty! If something is affecting your academics, it is always better to let your faculty know. In general, do the work and you get the credit. It can be easy to let all the reading slip away from you. Focus on creating good study habits and a planning system that works for you. Outside of studying, try joining a club, or attending campus events, the Campus Calendar always has something going on.
Senior
Ella
Hello! My name is Ella, and I am going into my fourth year at Evergreen! I study a wide variety of topics here, but I mostly focus my time on Classics. During the school year, you’ll often see me at the Student Activities office where I work to help guide students in starting clubs at Evergreen relating to all sorts of topics! I also work to support the Evergreen S&A board to support those clubs in reaching their fullest potential. A few of my personal hobbies include reading, crafting, and playing with my roommate's cat!
I came to Evergreen as an out-of-state student from a small town in Arkansas and that outlook has been integral for how I operate as a student. Being so far from where you've grown up can be incredibly challenging and I look forward to supporting students who share that experience in any way possible. If I had one tip that I could give to every incoming student, it would be to attend campus events. They are such a great way to meet new people and interact with the faculty you’ll see around campus. They are also an amazing way to find community on campus outside of your housing. There’s such a wide variety of events and clubs that everyone is bound to find something they’ll enjoy!
Senior
Zion
Hi! My name is Zion (he/they). I am a senior at The Evergreen State College, and I started here in the Spring of 2023. I am currently pursuing Community Studies & Public Policy. I transferred to Evergreen after having a difficult time with the traditional structure of my previous college. Being able to take responsibility for and control my education and being able to wholeheartedly engage with things I am passionate about, has made Evergreen a great fit for me. Outside of my schoolwork, I help run the Evergreen Live Music club and I am a member of the S&A Board. We organize and host shows featuring live bands with the goal of providing students with access to live music and facilitating community building. I hope to see you at one of our shows!
In my free time I enjoy going out to shows, spending time with my cat, and prowling Facebook Marketplace.
My biggest piece of advice would be to remember that you are your own #1 advocate. If you want something to change, you want to try something new, meet new people, learn a new skill, YOU are the most influential person in making that happen for yourself. Evergreen is here to give you the tools to make the change you want to see in yourself, at college, and beyond.